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Farmers and scientists join forces in Cornwall to vaccinate badgers against TB
The Guardian
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July 31, 2025
The first farmer-led programme to vaccinate badgers against tuberculosis is beginning in Cornwall with an aim to prevent transmission of the disease to cattle. The programme is significant because farmers and scientists have long been at...
Jeremy Clarkson says he 'is not enjoying farming' after 'awful' week
Evesham Journal
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The TV star, 65, said he is also dealing with “a very sickly calf” and discovered that one of his puppies had died on Friday morning. On Thursday, he wrote on X, formerly Twitter, that a pregnant cow had contracted the disease on his farm near...
Jeremy Clarkson's farm on 'lockdown' after TB outbreak – what is it and can it infect humans?
Daily Star
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August 1, 2025
Jeremy Clarkson shockingly revealed his farm has "gone down" with bovine TB, leaving him "absolutely devastated" - but what actually is the disease and can humans be infected too? The TV presenter and farmer, 65, announced via social media that...
The Farmers Guardian Podcast: Michelin star chef Tom Aikens: "It will be eye opening for people to see what it takes for farmers to produce food"
Farmers Guardian
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August 1, 2025
Tom Aikens was the youngest British chef to receive two Michelin stars, and is a huge advocate for farming - what he can't grow himself, he sources from British farmers for his restaurants. This year, for the first time ever, Tom is our #farm24...
Scotland's agriculture minister praises 'world-class' vet school
The Scottish Farmer
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July 31, 2025
During his first visit to SRUC’s School of Veterinary Medicine and Biosciences, Aberdeen Campus, Jim Fairlie said it was vital for young people to get this intensively practical, real-world experience which will provide them with the solid...
Thousands of UK households face letter from HMRC after triggering taxman
Birmingham Live
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August 1, 2025
HMRC is compounding grieving families' misery by chasing them for inheritance tax - in a move that is the "tip of the iceberg". Thousands more are set to pay inheritance tax with figures expected to double before the decade’s end. The number of...
Scottish government approves 4.1GW Berwick Bank offshore wind farm
New Civil Engineer
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August 1, 2025
The Scottish Government has granted final consent to SSE Renewables for its proposed 4.1GW Berwick Bank offshore wind farm, located approximately 38km east of the Scottish Borders coastline. The approval marks a significant advancement in...
Scotland's iconic puffins at risk after SNP grant permission for massive wind farm
Scottish Daily Express
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July 31, 2025
Scotland's iconic puffins could face extinction after the Scottish Government granted permission for one of the world's largest offshore wind farms to be built. The Berwick Bank development will see up to 307 turbines built in the outer Firth of...
Farm Fresh RI is making local food accessible for all and you can help
Newport Daily News - Rhode Island
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They measure success by community impact, support for food producers, and increased access to fresh food, especially in underserved communities. Loss of federal funding threatens programs providing food to those in need. Volunteers and donors can...
On The Up: Invercargill teen Xavier Roughan’s farming idea wins Cambridge scholarship
The New Zealand Herald
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August 1, 2025
After an email introduction to the International Future Innovators scholarship competition run by Immerse Education in London, Xavier wrote an essay about his idea for a product for the farming community. Xavier’s idea is a different kind of...
ERG launches Corlacky wind farm
Energy Global
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August 1, 2025
ERG has announced the completion of construction and the start of energisation of the Corlacky wind farm in Northern Ireland, consisting of 11 Vestas V117 turbines of 4.3 MW each, for a total installed capacity of 47.3 MW. The plant will have an...
The very best of agriculture set to be celebrated at Turriff Show
Grampian Online
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August 1, 2025
Final preparations are being made for Scotland’s largest two-day agricultural event. Turriff Show will take place at The Haughs on Sunday and Monday. Turriff Show will have an extensive entry of livestock.Each year it welcomes people from near and...
India-UK Free Trade Agreement: ‘Made in India’ gets major boost as Piyush Goyal highlights state-wise benefits
Organiser Weekly
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Union Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal on Wednesday unveiled a state-wise list of ‘Made in India’ products set to gain from the newly signed India-UK Free Trade Agreement (FTA). Sharing the update on X, Goyal wrote, “UK rolls out the red carpet for...
Lower farm tariffs for US feasible with quota curbs: Experts
Financial Express
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While negotiating a trade deal with the US, India should offer tariff rate quota (TRQ) at pre-negotiated prices for agricultural commodities especially maize, soybean and dairy products, experts said. These concessions would not hurt the interests...
A tech startup is using IoT sensors and AI to help farmers cut hefty pesticide costs
Insider
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August 1, 2025
Finding and getting rid of a pesky bug in your home can be a challenge. On a large farm, this task can be even more difficult and costly. Many farmers turn to pesticides to eliminate bugs and prevent crop damage. The US Department of Agriculture...
British Army Deploys Bambu Lab 3D Printer to Manufacture Attack Drones
3D Printing Industry
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July 31, 2025
The British Army 3D printed first-person view (FPV) attack drones on the front lines during a recent military exercise. Major Stephen Watts, Officer Commanding F Company, 3rd Battalion, The Rifles Regiment, led a team that built the drones during...
Jeremy Clarkson's 'awful' update as he reveals another blow hours after Diddly Squat farm TB outbreak
Manchester Evening News
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August 1, 2025
Jeremy Clarkson has said 'it's awful' as he revealed he suffered another blow hours after his farm was hit with an outbreak of TB. On Thursday (July 31), the TV star said he and his team were "absolutely devastated" after bovine tuberculosis was...
Politicians got jokes: The 56 best zingers from 56 years of Fancy Farm
Courier-Journal - Kentucky
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The Courier Journal has compiled notable quotes from the past 56 years of political speeches at the Fancy Farm picnic. The quotes range from humorous zingers to insightful comments on Kentucky and national politics. The list includes quotes from...
The Farmers Guardian podcast: Michelin star chef Tom Aikens: "It will be eye opening for people to connect with farmers and see what it takes to produce food"
Farmers Guardian
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August 1, 2025
Tom Aikens was the youngest British chef to receive two Michelin stars, and is a huge advocate for farming - what he can't grow himself, he sources from British farmers for his restaurants. This year, for the first time ever, Tom is our #farm24...
Scotland's best curry restaurants unveiled as 16 spots make UK top 100
Daily Record & Sunday Mail
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July 31, 2025
Scotland is home to some of the best curry restaurants in the UK, according to the Asian Catering Federation’s latest list of the top 100 curry houses. Released at the launch of the Official Curry Awards at the House of Lords, the ranking is based...